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Introduction – Brazil’s Coffee Bean Market by the Numbers When it comes to coffee, Brazil isn’t just a big player — it’s the player. The country is the world’s largest producer and exporter of coffee beans, accounting for nearly 37% of global coffee exports. In 2024 alone, Brazil produced approximately 69.9 million 60-kg bags…
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Introduction – Brazil’s Durian Market: A Quantitative Overview When you think of durian, Brazil probably isn’t the first country that comes to mind—and for good reason. Brazil, despite its vast tropical regions, isn’t currently a significant player in the global durian trade. Southeast Asia, particularly Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Indonesia, dominate this pungent, polarizing…
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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Pepper Sector in Vietnam Vietnam’s pepper industry is once again making global headlines—and for good reason. As of early 2025, the country is navigating a complex mix of skyrocketing export values, volatile production levels, and shifting global demand. With pepper export prices reaching historic highs and global…
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Introduction – Delving into Vietnam’s Reputation for Quality Coconut When it comes to coconuts, Vietnam isn’t just another player on the global stage—it’s a powerhouse. Nestled in Southeast Asia, Vietnam offers an almost perfect mix of tropical climate, fertile soil, and generations of farming know-how that make its coconut production stand out. Especially in…
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Introduction – Vietnam’s Cashew Nut Market: A Quantitative Overview If you’re in the snack food or plant-based product business, cashew nuts are likely a staple on your procurement list. And when it comes to sourcing high-quality cashew nuts, Vietnam remains the undisputed king of the global market. In 2024, Vietnam exported around 730,000 tons…
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Introduction – Thailand’s Edible Oils Market in Statistical Focus Thailand has steadily carved out its place in the global edible oils industry. While it may not rival giants like Malaysia or Indonesia in palm oil output, it remains a top-tier player, ranking 12th globally in edible oil production. In 2023, the country produced a…
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Introduction – China’s Coffee Bean Market in Statistical Focus Coffee in China? Absolutely — and it’s booming. While China may not be the first name that comes to mind when you think of coffee, it’s fast becoming a heavyweight in the global market. In the 2023/24 crop year, China produced around 1.8 million 60-kg…